Summary
The stock market rose on Friday morning after a ceasefire began between Israel and Lebanon and Iran said the Strait of Hormuz was fully open. Major U.S. stock indexes like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq saw gains in early trading.
Key Facts
- A 10-day ceasefire started between Israel and Lebanon.
- Iran announced the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open."
- The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for global oil shipments.
- The S&P 500 index increased by 1.1 percent early Friday.
- The Nasdaq Composite index rose by 1.4 percent in the same period.
- This positive market reaction followed the opening bell on Friday morning.
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average also went up (specific percentage not provided).
